unanimous

adjective

unan·​i·​mous yu̇-ˈna-nə-məs 

1

: formed with or indicating unanimity : having the agreement and consent of all

2

: being of one mind : agreeing

unanimously adverb

Synonyms

• agreeable
• amicable
• compatible
• congenial
• frictionless
• harmonious
• kindred
• united

Examples of unanimous in a Sentence

The judges made a unanimous ruling.

a unanimous vote to upgrade the school's computer facilities

Recent Examples on the Web

Arman Tsarukyan 2 Since their first meeting, which took place in 2019, and Makhachev won by unanimous decision, Makhachev (26-1) has compiled a 9-0 record with seven finishes (five submissions, two knockouts) and two decisions. —Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025

Oliveira wins, a unanimous decision, but Chandler is triumphant in defeat. —Jack Crosbie, Rolling Stone, 14 Jan. 2025

After Usyk, 37, was announced as the winner by unanimous decision, Fury stormed out of the ring, as shown in video footage released by The Sun. —Danielle Jennings, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025

The board’s decision to acquit Hunt was nearly unanimous. —Sam Charles, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Latin unanimus, from unus one + animus mind — more at one, animate

First Known Use

1621, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

unanimous

adjective

unan·​i·​mous yu̇-ˈnan-ə-məs 

1

: being of one mind : agreeing completely

the councillors were unanimous in their approval of the report

2

: agreed to by all

a unanimous vote

unanimity

ˌyü-nə-ˈnim-ət-ē

noun

unanimously

yu̇-ˈnan-ə-məs-lē

adverb